Business Manager - Ballarto Road Primary School (interim name)

Overview
Work type: Full time

Salary: Salary not specified

Grade: Ed Support Level 1-Range 5

Occupation: Executive Management

Location: Melbourne

Reference: 1474378

Selection Criteria
SC1 Demonstrated capacity to lead an office team, including capacity for directing the work of others.

SC2 Demonstrated knowledge and experience in respect to human resource and financial management records systems.

SC3 Sound knowledge of financial management legal requirements and practices, including the capacity to produce reports and provide advice in respect to those reports.

SC4 High level organizational skills, including the capacity to prioritise work flows.

SC5 High level written and verbal communication skills.

Role
A Business Manager role will usually undertake tasks that impact on the whole school. The role seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, finance or human resources.

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice in matters relating to the school finance, human resources or school administration.

Responsibilities
Deliver School Services

Manage the design and production of school publications and documents
Finance

Manage and direct the preparation of annual budgets and regular financial statements and contribute to the financial decision making of the school.
Prepare funding submissions for the leadership team and school council.
Direct the accounting processes of the school and ensure that all funds, including school investments, are effectively accounted for according to Treasury regulations.
Provide advice to staff on spending against budget in respect to faculties, programs and other school projects.
Administer government grants and other school income.
Manage fund raising activities.
General Administration

Ensure the provision of a range of administrative support functions for the Principal and teaching staff.
Provide administrative support to external service providers as required.
Manage the processing of student admissions, registrations, enrolments and transfers.
Provide required level of administrative support for school events, functions and projects.
Implement induction programs for new staff, volunteers and other workers to the school.
Human Resources

Research, plan and prepare development programs for support staff.
Manage recruitment procedures.
Provide authoritative advice to the leadership team on support structures and work practices.
Assist in the development of work practices that ensure appropriate occupational health and safety standards are maintained.
Manage procedures relating to employee relations issues.
Assist in the development of human resource planning.
Manage School Resources

Coordinate the use and maintenance of school buildings and equipment.
Liaise and negotiate with service providers in respect to the cost and quality of services.
Supervise the delivery of contracted services.
Manage the development and collection of resource material at the school.
Support School Council

Draft reports and make recommendations on operational issues.
Evaluate and report on the operational efficiency of computer systems in production, making recommendations for improvement where appropriate.
Develop techniques and procedures that will affect work practices beyond the work place.
Manage a technical program with a broad scope across the school.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

EEO AND OHS Commitment
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via marrung@education.vic.gov.au

Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Conditions of Employment
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Location Profile
Ballarto Road Primary School (interim name) is a new government primary school set to open in Term 1, 2026, at 45 Riverland Road, Clyde, within the rapidly expanding City of Casey. Designed to serve up to 525 students from Foundation to Year 6, the school is part of the Victorian Government's investment in high-quality education in growth communities and will offer a modern, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Clyde is a young and diverse community with strong family values, and the school will play a central role in supporting local educational needs. The school will feature state-of-the-art facilities, including flexible indoor learning environments, specialist teaching spaces, outdoor play and sports areas, and a co-located kindergarten, providing a seamless transition into primary education.

Ballarto Road Primary School is committed to fostering a culture of excellence, respect and honesty. We aim to develop students who are academically capable, socially responsible, and emotionally resilient. Our educational philosophy emphasises both academic growth and wellbeing, promoting curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking in every learner.

The curriculum is aligned with the Victorian Curriculum and integrates ******** teaching, differentiated instruction, and specialist programs across The Arts, Physical Education, and Digital Technologies. We will offer targeted support and enrichment to meet the diverse needs of all learners. Student wellbeing will be embedded across all aspects of school life, supported by a proactive, inclusive framework.

Our staff culture is professional, collegial, and driven by continuous improvement. Staff will benefit from:

Targeted professional learning aligned with FISO 2.0
A strong induction and mentoring program
Leadership pathways and early career support
Access to modern teaching tools and digital resources
A respectful, collaborative workplace
Mati Azadzoi, our inaugural principal, brings over 13 years of experience leading both primary and secondary school teams. He is a passionate educator committed to building a connected, inclusive, and high-performing school culture that prioritises wellbeing, innovation, and student achievement.

Joining Ballarto Road Primary School is a unique opportunity to contribute to the foundation of a new learning community. We welcome applications from passionate, reflective, and innovative educators who are eager to shape a school environment where students and staff can thrive.

Contact Information

Principal: Mati Azadzoi

Phone: 0431215055

Email: mati.azadzoi@education.vic.gov.au

Website: https://www.schoolbuildings.vic.gov.au/ballarto-road-primary-school-interim-name

Please submit Cover Letter, CV and SC as one document.


Applications close Thursday 15 May 2025 at 11.5+PM

Posted 02 May 2025